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Because life event scales are self-report measures, they are subject to possible distortion and failures of memory. |
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Stressful life events have been linked to a higher risk of developing cancer and can also worsen an already existing medical condition. |
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| | B) | False |
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Stress hormones have been shown to strengthen the immune system when a person experiences stress over a long period of time. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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The relation between social isolation and poor health appears to be stronger for women than for men. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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People whose autonomic and endocrine systems are "wired" for high reactivity have increased risk for a wide range of diseases, including hypertension and coronary disease. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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The stress hormone catecholamine increases immune system functioning, but another stress hormone, cortisol, decreases immune function. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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In children and adults and across many different types of stressors, emotion-focused strategies that involve avoidance, denial, and wishful thinking seem to be related to more effective adaptation. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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In cognitive restructuring, people learn to "talk to themselves" and guide their behavior in ways that help them cope more effectively. |
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| | B) | False |
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Terry was driving to an important appointment when he was involved in a highway accident. When an ambulance arrived, he reported no pain, although he was severly injured. Terry most likely experienced stress-induced analgesia. |
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Extremely high levels of exercise are not associated with enhanced health; instead, moderate exercise (burning 2,000 to 3,500 calories per week) on a regular basis produced the best health benefits. |
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